Bill Text: GA HR2161 | 2009-2010 | Regular Session | Introduced
Bill Title: Shoal Creek Baptist Church; 175th anniversary; recognize
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 3-0)
Status: (Passed) 2010-04-27 - House Read and Adopted [HR2161 Detail]
Download: Georgia-2009-HR2161-Introduced.html
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House
Resolution 2161
By:
Representatives Collins of the
27th,
Austin of the
10th,
and Allison of the
8th
A
RESOLUTION
Recognizing
and commending Shoal Creek Baptist Church on the occasion of its 175th
anniversary; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS,
the seeds which were sown by the loving and humble efforts of Shoal Creek
Baptist Church's devoted original families, the Bowens, Browns, Gilstraps,
Jacksons, Kanadys, Mears, McGees, Nixs, and Stringers, have blossomed,
establishing a rich tradition and history; and
WHEREAS,
organized on September 12, 1835, Shoal Creek Baptist Church's first pastor was
Reverend Thomas Morris Kimzey, who is buried in the church's historical
cemetery, and Thomas Brown served as the first deacon; and
WHEREAS,
this incredible house of worship withstood the Civil War and has grown under the
divine direction of numerous pastors over the years, allowing the Word of God to
spread throughout the community and supporting the current congregation of 524
faithful members; and
WHEREAS,
the congregation of this church has compiled an unparalleled record of
constructive, compassionate, and humanitarian service which it demonstrates
daily through open minds, open hearts, and open doors; and
WHEREAS,
members of Shoal Creek Baptist Church have a sincere desire to serve the Lord
and are wholeheartedly committed to spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ;
and
WHEREAS,
it is abundantly fitting and proper that this enduring example of God's message
of peace and love be recognized and congratulated for its innumerable good works
rendered on behalf of persons in need.
NOW,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of
this body recognize the rich history of Shoal Creek Baptist Church, commend its
175 years of dedicated service to the Lord and community, and extend their
warmest best wishes for its continued growth and success.
BE
IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to Shoal Creek
Baptist Church.
